The Walking Dead: A Telltale Games Series

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  1. Djvincey
    Feb 18, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tell Tale have crafted a masterpiece with their rendition of TWD, the game is full of difficult choices and ways to express the characters vulnerability. The relationship between 37 year old convicted killer Lee Everett and 8 year old Clementine is the selling point of this game. The walking dead is good at drawing emotion from the player through any means necessary, whether its by killing characters off unexpectedly, making us choose who dies or by unthinkable events, (such as having to kill a child)
    The ending leaves many a person crying and distraught, showing the games ability to draw emotions from the audience. My GOTY 2012. All in all, Tell Tale have struck video game gold.    … Expand
  2. Justinavery7074
    Aug 23, 2013
    10
    Game of the Year for 2012 indeed. Addicting gameplay with some realistic violence. It both shocked and compelled me. The voice acting, choices and everything else is great.
  3. rapha1985
    Mar 11, 2013
    10
    TWD is a awesome game! Telltale make me care with characters, the choice system is fantastic by delivery a sense of urgency with its time count bar, that by all means make you have to do hard choices in a little time, this make the tension grows as it would in a real life emergency context. The plot is rich and the characters too, both becoming meaningful by the length of the game to theTWD is a awesome game! Telltale make me care with characters, the choice system is fantastic by delivery a sense of urgency with its time count bar, that by all means make you have to do hard choices in a little time, this make the tension grows as it would in a real life emergency context. The plot is rich and the characters too, both becoming meaningful by the length of the game to the point that your choices consequences really make you regret some of your actions in a way that other games can't make you feel, I bet that the reviewers that gave notes like ZERO would prefer to play Call of Duty or other brainless game.… Expand
  4. TheOnlineGamer
    Jan 13, 2014
    10
    Captures the essence of The Walking Dead Comic Book perfectly!

    This game is truly a masterpiece. The Walking Dead has fantastic gameplay that relies on the player choices moreso than anything else and the game benefits from this as there are many heart-pounding sections that require quick thinking or else the Zombies kill one of your extremeley likeable comrades! These characters are    Captures the essence of The Walking Dead Comic Book perfectly!

    This game is truly a masterpiece. The Walking Dead has fantastic gameplay that relies on the player choices moreso than anything else and the game benefits from this as there are many heart-pounding sections that require quick thinking or else the Zombies kill one of your extremeley likeable comrades!

    These characters are even better written than they are in the TV Show and engage the player into their unique back stories that are inextricably linked to the present events. Everything feels right; not a single objective in the game seems pointless. Character development here is one of the best in this medium as each character goes through their own grim, adult and realistic arcs that are very intriguing - It sucks you in right from the get-go.

    The graphics are perfect! Brings the comic books to life better than anything else (I really wish the TV Series followed up on this style as it actually resembles the source material.)

    Overall, a true modern masterpiece and a perfect representation of The Walking Dead by Telltale Games. The Zombie genre has never been better!    … Expand
  5. Spyke
    Oct 19, 2013
    10
    This game will tear out your heart, eat your soul and devour your feelings. And I didn't mind AT ALL because this game is probably one of the best games out there. There is almost nothing to like about this game because you can feel how passionate the storytellers and game makers are when you play it. You become invested in the characters and the story and you will cling on for dear lifeThis game will tear out your heart, eat your soul and devour your feelings. And I didn't mind AT ALL because this game is probably one of the best games out there. There is almost nothing to like about this game because you can feel how passionate the storytellers and game makers are when you play it. You become invested in the characters and the story and you will cling on for dear life right up to the fantastic and shocking finale!… Expand
  6. GrumpyReviewer
    Dec 31, 2012
    10
    When I first heard that this game had won Game of the Year I though that was supposed to be a joke; I mean, in a year with Borderlands 2, Assassins Creed 3, XCOM, Resident Evil 6, Journey and so many fantastic games I must say I was very skeptical about The Walking Dead the Game. But then... I PLAYED it. And I must agree. The Walking Dead IS THE GAMING EXPERIENCE of 2012. Never before haveWhen I first heard that this game had won Game of the Year I though that was supposed to be a joke; I mean, in a year with Borderlands 2, Assassins Creed 3, XCOM, Resident Evil 6, Journey and so many fantastic games I must say I was very skeptical about The Walking Dead the Game. But then... I PLAYED it. And I must agree. The Walking Dead IS THE GAMING EXPERIENCE of 2012. Never before have I ever experienced such an intense game. I didn't play it - it PLAYED me. My fears, my adrenaline, my remorse, guilt, doubt. It got me constantly thinking about my steps and decisions and really worrying about the people around me. It reminded me of Heavy Rain, some how, but it went further; it took more risks. The Walking Dead The Game is not afraid of chocking or disturbing. Believe me: IT'S ALL THERE. This game must not be missed.… Expand
  7. Gamer44
    May 22, 2013
    10
    The walking dead:A Telltale Games series has to be by far one of the best games I have ever played in my lifetime. This is not your typical zombie first person shooter, nor is it a game set on stunning graphics to impress the gamer. But what set's this game apart from any other game is the brilliant story where every decision you make has a different outcome and has it's ownThe walking dead:A Telltale Games series has to be by far one of the best games I have ever played in my lifetime. This is not your typical zombie first person shooter, nor is it a game set on stunning graphics to impress the gamer. But what set's this game apart from any other game is the brilliant story where every decision you make has a different outcome and has it's own consciousnesses. Telltale games did a brilliant job who carers about the graphics not being top notch because at the end of the day it is the story that will really keep you hooked till the very very end.… Expand
  8. silentshade
    Dec 12, 2012
    10
    One of the best stories in a game, makes you feel for the characters and regret your hard decisions even though you know in your heart it was the right choice.

    Speaking of the right choice, the right choice is to buy this now!
  9. TheHorrorAnthem
    Dec 11, 2012
    10
    Video games are art, or are they? This is a question that has been floating around the industry for years but has never truly been taken serious until this generation of gaming. In many ways it really comes down to how grounded your opinion of art is. Is art free form to you? Is it something that can only be achieved via deep principals, or is it simply anything and everything that isVideo games are art, or are they? This is a question that has been floating around the industry for years but has never truly been taken serious until this generation of gaming. In many ways it really comes down to how grounded your opinion of art is. Is art free form to you? Is it something that can only be achieved via deep principals, or is it simply anything and everything that is created as a form of expression? While I am not going to further this argument with this review, I will say this. If video games have the ability to be art simply through story telling and tapping at the spine of our emotions then Telltale… Expand
  10. attackturnip
    Jan 28, 2013
    10
    Anyone who doesn't view Telltale's The Walking Dead as a masterpiece doesn't have a good taste in games. After a frustrating experience with AMC's The Walking Dead television adaptation, I was surprised to see that Telltale was able to capture the gruesome dark horror of Kirkman's comic, with some amazing new characters and stories. A must play.
  11. chujfugh
    Dec 12, 2012
    10
    For 30 years, games have been held back by the idea that 'fun' is a defining factor. Sure, I love fun, and it is one of the most powerful ways to engross a player, but imagine if all films fit under the category of fun? We wouldn't have films like Schindler's List, Hurt Locker, Apocalypse Now, and the Godfather. Our medium has never had our own Citizen Kane, or it's own Godfather. UntilFor 30 years, games have been held back by the idea that 'fun' is a defining factor. Sure, I love fun, and it is one of the most powerful ways to engross a player, but imagine if all films fit under the category of fun? We wouldn't have films like Schindler's List, Hurt Locker, Apocalypse Now, and the Godfather. Our medium has never had our own Citizen Kane, or it's own Godfather. Until now. If Spec Ops: The Line was the Apocalypse now of gaming, and Skyrim is the Lord of the Rings, The Walking Dead is the Dead Alive, and even that isn't doing it justice, as Dead Alive is the best zombie film ever. Look past the glitches, and we have a near perfect game. The puzzles are tricky and take a fair bit of though, the art style is the best use of cell-shading I've seen, the characters are well-written and have arcs, its atmosphere is very tense, and you have the urge to play it to the very end once you've picked it up. The episodes themselves were quite short, 3 hours at best, but the retail release actually makes it seem like one coherent game, instead of playing parts of a game months apart. Actions have consequences. The littlest choice has the hugest effect at the end of your game. Talk to another person who played this game and, most likely, his outcome would of been entirely different. All of this makes the Walking Dead compulsively playable, but not fun. It's not about the thrills of killing zombies, this game focuses on the realtionships between characters in a zombie apocalypse scenario, and makes you see how ordinary people can get along (and indeed fall out) in this scenario. Play it because you like Telltale, play it because you love zombies, play it because you love point and click adventure games, play it because you love substantial choice in games, play it because it's cheap, play it because you're sick of Halo, the bottom line remains the same: DO NOT MISS THE WALKING DEAD.… Expand
  12. P1xel
    Feb 27, 2013
    10
    In all of the years that I played video games, I've never come across a game like Telltale's "The Walking Dead".
    I've never felt the emotion of when a friendly character dies in any other video game I have ever played.
    And while it is true that there is not much gameplay, the story makes up for it as you change the future of yourself and every character around you with every choice you    In all of the years that I played video games, I've never come across a game like Telltale's "The Walking Dead".
    I've never felt the emotion of when a friendly character dies in any other video game I have ever played.
    And while it is true that there is not much gameplay, the story makes up for it as you change the future of yourself and every character around you with every choice you make, or sometimes even saying a particular sentence.
    The guy you play as is a very likeable and charismatic character, as are the rest of the people you'll meet along the way. And while some characters aren't nice to you, you'll never know what happens to them or yourself next.
    Play it, and love it.    … Expand
  13. Chris_DK
    Feb 16, 2013
    10
    An amazing game with good storytelling and emotional impact. This game is a must-have, it has depth and tension. You owe it to yourself to play this game. It is absolutely a masterpiece.
  14. xSaGe
    Dec 13, 2012
    10
    Storytelling in gaming at it's finest. Every episode is engaging right from the start of Episode 1 to the climatic ending of Episode 5. You mold the story based on your choices. There isn't much to talk about the game, all I can say is go and buy it because I know for a fact that you will not be disappointed.
  15. HSPLazerz
    May 8, 2015
    10
    By far, the best game I have ever, and will ever, play. No other game has gotten me more connected to these characters, no other game has made me feel and emote like this, **** it, in any other entertainment medium. There is just so much genius behind the game that I won't go through as that'll take a long ****ing time to talk about, just know this: This is the best game ever created andBy far, the best game I have ever, and will ever, play. No other game has gotten me more connected to these characters, no other game has made me feel and emote like this, **** it, in any other entertainment medium. There is just so much genius behind the game that I won't go through as that'll take a long ****ing time to talk about, just know this: This is the best game ever created and if you haven't played it, you better do that now.… Expand
  16. Solm
    Dec 14, 2012
    10
    This game is a must have. It
  17. LabGnome
    Jan 29, 2013
    10
    Definitely an unique experience in the gaming realm. Often times great story telling is hindered in games by gameplay, especially of the RPG grind variety. That is of course assuming a great story is even in a game or if it is simply getting by on gameplay.

    The Walking Dead moves fast and the story never lets up. While one would assume it would be more like a traditional puzzle    Definitely an unique experience in the gaming realm. Often times great story telling is hindered in games by gameplay, especially of the RPG grind variety. That is of course assuming a great story is even in a game or if it is simply getting by on gameplay.

    The Walking Dead moves fast and the story never lets up. While one would assume it would be more like a traditional puzzle adventure game it does not play that way. The narrative is not slowed down. Like another great game this year, 'Journey' the story and feelings invoked stay with you long after the game is finished.

    I find it odd that Heavy Rain is often compared to this. I gave HR two hours, but it never really got past monotony. There could have been a good story, but no one I knew ever got to it. The Walking Dead does not require investment time before it gets good, it simply is good from start to finish.

    Few games I would describe as a must play for a gamer. This one is a must play.    … Expand
  18. Bobacritic
    Jan 21, 2013
    10
    It's riveting stuff. Emotionally powerful and breathlessly suspenseful, it does what all the best games out there do: it leaves you wanting more. In a great, great way.
  19. Plat3iumsGames
    Jan 19, 2014
    10
    At first, I have never heard "The Walking Dead" until the end. When I go to IGN every day, I saw the review of Episode 5 and give this game a 9.5 out of 10. I was like this episode seem special. I began to play "The Walking Dead" for the first time and bought a Season Pass of Full Episodes.

    Started Episode 1. Finished it... For me, it's interesting and wanna play more. There I met those    At first, I have never heard "The Walking Dead" until the end. When I go to IGN every day, I saw the review of Episode 5 and give this game a 9.5 out of 10. I was like this episode seem special. I began to play "The Walking Dead" for the first time and bought a Season Pass of Full Episodes.

    Started Episode 1. Finished it... For me, it's interesting and wanna play more. There I met those characters, Lee and Clem. Both of them are great and wanna to learn more about them. Especially Clem.

    From beginning to the end... (Man... The ending), it's damn sad. First time of my gaming life, I cried. I though episode had nothing special, but prove wrong. It is special. For me, I never cried in gaming until this game, gives me sadness. I said nothing. All quiet. and just turn off the game, and just walked out of the house and think about the music and lots of thoughts about Lee and Clem.

    The point is as the bottom line... Buy it. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED!!!    … Expand
  20. AD_Phoenix
    Jan 30, 2013
    10
    This game is one of the most immersive I have ever had the privilege to play. Although it doesn't feature revolutionary technology and graphics, the most appealing factor is the story and the characters. Presented to us in the form of a TV show with consistent episode releases, The Walking Dead is so cleverly written and performed by voice actors that you become so attached to theThis game is one of the most immersive I have ever had the privilege to play. Although it doesn't feature revolutionary technology and graphics, the most appealing factor is the story and the characters. Presented to us in the form of a TV show with consistent episode releases, The Walking Dead is so cleverly written and performed by voice actors that you become so attached to the characters. You begin to care so much that you are very often given a choice that will affect who lives and who dies, which is the closest to being in control that a gamer could ever be. I fell in love with the characters and story, with so many twists and turns, and I didn't want the experience to end. The level of choice and interaction with the game is splendid, giving a new perspective to point-and-click games. This game is a benchmark in gaming and deserves to become an inspiration to others in the industry.… Expand
  21. wwww789
    Mar 21, 2013
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played, I've never even read the Walking Dead comics or seen the show, but this game really makes me want to. I wish there could be more games like this that focus on story and characterisation, as opposed to the bland shooters that seem to be coming out every year.
  22. ProtoCaster
    Mar 22, 2013
    10
    What is there to say about this game, that hasn't already been said? The story telling is top notch, one of the best tales all of gaming has to offer. Never before have I been so involved and cared so much about the characters in a story in this medium, or any other before it. The gameplay is equally compelling. Point and click fans will no doubt love it, and even my friends who areWhat is there to say about this game, that hasn't already been said? The story telling is top notch, one of the best tales all of gaming has to offer. Never before have I been so involved and cared so much about the characters in a story in this medium, or any other before it. The gameplay is equally compelling. Point and click fans will no doubt love it, and even my friends who are normally all about action and multiplayer can't help but love it. There is more then enough action, even if it is normally displayed as a QTE or quick time event, to keep you on your toes. You'll never know when something may pop out and attack, and you'll need to fight your way out of an awful situation. Honestly, if you haven't played this game yet, do it. It's as necessary a foot note in the story telling of video games as the great classics of film.… Expand
  23. chrisjones914
    Jul 11, 2013
    10
    Now this is what a Walking Dead game should be! This game has everything that Survival Instinct sorely lacked! You care about the survivors that you're with and their stories, you want them all to live but you know that in a world overcome by a zombie apocalypse that it just can't happen. It's emotional, its suspenseful and its action packed! It is The Walking Dead and if you're a fan ofNow this is what a Walking Dead game should be! This game has everything that Survival Instinct sorely lacked! You care about the survivors that you're with and their stories, you want them all to live but you know that in a world overcome by a zombie apocalypse that it just can't happen. It's emotional, its suspenseful and its action packed! It is The Walking Dead and if you're a fan of the show or comics you owe it to yourself to go pick this one up if you haven't already!… Expand
  24. minimur12
    Apr 21, 2013
    10
    I read a review from a member saying the storyline is linear, I laughed and i must say it is anything but! you make choices which can impact the next 3 episodes of the game, even small things like if you swear infront of a kid, 2 episodes later the kid will swear because you swore! and if you choose not to, it doesnt.
    It is so emotional and gripping, but i can assure you as an 18 year old    I read a review from a member saying the storyline is linear, I laughed and i must say it is anything but! you make choices which can impact the next 3 episodes of the game, even small things like if you swear infront of a kid, 2 episodes later the kid will swear because you swore! and if you choose not to, it doesnt.
    It is so emotional and gripping, but i can assure you as an 18 year old guy I did definitly not cry............ okay, i did    … Expand
  25. YourNightmare
    Apr 25, 2013
    10
    The walking dead will forever be one of my favorite games of all time. It goes away from shooter games and goes for the old fashioned style of games. It is a linear point and click game that is very entertaining for many reasons. First the game has a superb graphic style, following after the comic books. Second, there are a lot of memorable characters and likable at that, many games failThe walking dead will forever be one of my favorite games of all time. It goes away from shooter games and goes for the old fashioned style of games. It is a linear point and click game that is very entertaining for many reasons. First the game has a superb graphic style, following after the comic books. Second, there are a lot of memorable characters and likable at that, many games fail to make characters likable but this game succeeds in making them relatable and liked by us all. Last the game has a choice consequence sort of style, that the choices you make effects what happened later. Overall this is a great game with a good story, characters, and style...sadly the game is quite short and there a few glitches..it can easily be excused.… Expand
  26. Gr8humanilation
    Apr 29, 2013
    10
    What games should be like. The walking dead series by Telltale games is best serie and one of the best games i have ever played. This game makes you sad, happy even angry on some points. Dialogues are very good and voice acting is also great.
    The decisions you have to make were hard to make and they came so fast in front of you. Afterwards i had sometimes feeling i chose wrong and it made    What games should be like. The walking dead series by Telltale games is best serie and one of the best games i have ever played. This game makes you sad, happy even angry on some points. Dialogues are very good and voice acting is also great.
    The decisions you have to make were hard to make and they came so fast in front of you. Afterwards i had sometimes feeling i chose wrong and it made me feel bad. Lets not forget the happiness of saving others and helping them and the reunions. Relationship of the main character lee and a little girl clementine is sad, cute and interesting. Lets not forget the gruesome part of the farm. It made me sometimes thinking "jesus this is heavy S***" Though it happened some sad parts too and those made me almost cry (like the ending)
    This game is not for everyone though. This is for mature only because of the variety of feelings and contents.
    Shortly said this is best game ever. Best feeling ever when game makes you feel like this. Everyone mature enough should buy this game.    … Expand
  27. Adzzyman
    May 21, 2013
    10
    After buying the season pass for this game, I didn't know what to expect, especially after playing telltale's awful back to the future series. However after only 5 minutes of playing the first episode, I knew that this game would be well worth the money. With relatable characters and an amazing storyline that had me almost in tears, especially at the end, I found myself in Lee's shoesAfter buying the season pass for this game, I didn't know what to expect, especially after playing telltale's awful back to the future series. However after only 5 minutes of playing the first episode, I knew that this game would be well worth the money. With relatable characters and an amazing storyline that had me almost in tears, especially at the end, I found myself in Lee's shoes feeling the weight upon his shoulders. I felt a personal responsibility for Clementine and I felt as if it were me who had survived the zombie apocalypse, 10/10, excellent game. Telltale really pulled out all the stops.… Expand
  28. GlobalNightmare
    Aug 18, 2013
    10
    Wow. Just...wow.
    A video game has never made me cry before. "It's just a game", I thought. How have I become so emotional? How have all these characters grown on me and made such an impression? Why do I feel responsible for the safety of a little girl that isn't even real? How am I going to admit to my friends that I just sobbed like a girl?
    Telltale games have made the biggest emotional    Wow. Just...wow.
    A video game has never made me cry before. "It's just a game", I thought. How have I become so emotional? How have all these characters grown on me and made such an impression? Why do I feel responsible for the safety of a little girl that isn't even real? How am I going to admit to my friends that I just sobbed like a girl?
    Telltale games have made the biggest emotional roller-coaster of video game history. It's a classic puzzle/adventure game featuring panic inducing moral choices and fantastic voice-over work with a refreshingly intelligent adult storyline.
    I will say no more other than I would recommend this game to absolutely everyone as a must play.    … Expand
  29. mijxero
    Aug 2, 2014
    10
    I don't normally give out 10s but this game deserves an 11. This game is the most engaging and fun game I have played. You get so connected and so invested in everything that is going on. It may not be action, but more like watching an awesome movie where you make the decisions. I even love how it has slower moments to allow you to talk to the characters. Everyone should try this game.
  30. Thorshammer7
    Sep 25, 2013
    10
    This game is a masterpiece!! I really love how your decisions effect the game so much and the story is not bad either. Really fun game!!! And every character is so different too.
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Universal acclaim - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Play UK
    May 27, 2013
    92
    A gaming experience that is truly unlike any other, The Walking Dead should be required playing for anyone who considers themselves a fan of our favourite medium. [Issue#231, p.76]
  2. Impulsegamer
    Mar 17, 2013
    90
    It deserves it as well, because The Walking Dead is a great game, one that truly pushes what can be done with a video game narrative that cannot be done in film or TV.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jan 29, 2013
    90
    Believable dialogue from rounded characters who behave as you'd expect real people to. [Feb 2013, p.106]
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